International Perspectives on Mathematics Teacher Education

<p>Mathematics teacher education includes the mathematics content teachers need to understand ways that pedagogical approaches are developed messages about the nature of mathematics teaching and learning and interfaces between tertiary preparation and school contexts. Scholars from Sweden France Malawi Singapore New Zealand Brazil the USA and Canada provide insights for the mathematics education community's understanding of how teacher educators structure develop and implement their respective mathematics teacher education programs. Several themes emerged across the chapters including: varied approaches to developing culturally responsive pedagogies and/or Indigenous perspectives; issues and challenges in fostering partnerships and collaborations; strategies for developing mathematics knowledge for teaching; and preparing flexible and resourceful teachers. </p>